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Side Effects
Along with its needed effects, a medicine may cause some unwanted effects. Although not all of these side effects may occur, if they do occur they may need medical attention.
Check with your doctor as soon as possible if any of the following side effects occur:
Less common- Excessively heavy vaginal bleeding
- Unusual tiredness or weakness
- Chest pain or discomfort
- Confusion
- Cough or hoarseness
- Fast, weak pulse
- Fever or chills
- Lower back or side pain
- Pain or discomfort in arms, jaw, back or neck
- Painful or difficult urination
- Pale, cold, clammy skin
- Shortness of breath
- Sudden increase in abdominal or shoulder pain
- Sweating
- Unusual or large amount of vaginal bleeding
Some side effects may occur that usually do not need medical attention. These side effects may go away during treatment as your body adjusts to the medicine. Also, your health care professional may be able to tell you about ways to prevent or reduce some of these side effects. Check with your health care professional if any of the following side effects continue or are bothersome or if you have any questions about them:
More common- Abdominal pain or uterine cramping
- Back pain
- Diarrhea
- Dizziness
- Headache
- Nausea or vomiting
- Acid or sour stomach
- Anxiety
- Belching
- Cough
- Fainting or light-headedness when getting up from a lying or sitting position
- Fever
- Flu-like symptoms
- Headache
- Heartburn
- Increased clear or white vaginal discharge
- Indigestion
- Itching of the vagina or genital area
- Lack or loss of strength
- Pain during sexual intercourse
- Pain or tenderness around eyes and cheekbones
- Pale skin
- Shaking chills
- Shortness of breath or troubled breathing
- Sleeplessness or trouble sleeping
- Stomach discomfort, upset, or pain
- Tightness of chest or wheezing
- Troubled breathing, exertional
- Unusual bleeding or bruising
- Stuffy or runny nose
Other side effects not listed may also occur in some patients. If you notice any other effects, check with your healthcare professional.
Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to the FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.
